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4 Gallon, 2 HP Peak

Pancake Compressor

Model 38898

ASSEMBLY and OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

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REV 11/04; 10/05; 02/06

Summary of Contents for Central Pneumatic 38898

Page 1: ...ights Reserved No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools For technical questions and...

Page 2: ...5 02 06 Note When using extensions cords not included To avoid circuit breaker and voltage drop problems we recommend using only 12 gauge x 50 foot extension cords Item 41444 or 45287 available from H...

Page 3: ...ep proper footing and balance at all times Do not reach over or across running machines 10 MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE Keep tools sharp and clean for better and safer performance Follow instructions for...

Page 4: ...receptacle Never try to plug a tool designed for 110 120 Volts into a 220 240 Volt receptacle 220V plugs and outlets are shaped differently to prevent this Only use rounded jacket extension cords pre...

Page 5: ...time check to be sure the oil reservoir is filled Next connect your air hoses filter and regula tor to the compressor as illustrated in Figure 2 below 1 The provided air outlet is 1 4 NPT Connect the...

Page 6: ...FF switch down Then Pull out on the ring on the pressure release valve to quickly release stored pressure WARNING 1 To reduce the risk of fire or explosion never spray flammable liquids in a confined...

Page 7: ...en if the compressor is used heavily or the oil appears dirty 3 Check the air filter every six months or more often if compressor is used in a dirty or dusty environment Replacement air filters are av...

Page 8: ...PARTS DIAGRAM Page 8 SKU 38898 Rev 03 00 REV 11 01 REV 03 04 REV 11 05 NOTE Part 7 8 9 10 11 12 are only available as a kit Rebuild Kit SKU 27349...

Page 9: ...3A 14A PARTS DIAGRAM CONTINUED Page 9 SKU 38898 Rev 03 04 REV 11 05 4A Bolt 5A Hose 6A Rubber Foot 9A Air Flow Valve 10A Pressure release Valve 11A Pressure Gauge 12A No return Valve 13A Tank 14A Tank...

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